Comments on: How to Choose the Best Doberman Puppy from a Litter

By: John Walter

John Walter — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 16:52:38 +0000

In reply to Richard Nunn. It could certainly work, and it might help that you will be getting the dog from a puppy age and that puppy will grow up with your Miniature Pinscher who is already matured. It might take a little extra careful supervision and work though, especially when the Doberman hits maturity (around the 1-2 year mark). Might be a good idea to get him neutered early on in your case. A female would likely be a bit easier, but I think you could make either work!

By: Richard Nunn

Richard Nunn — Sun, 11 Aug 2019 14:02:39 +0000

Some really good pointers, thank you. We recently lost our male Dobermann, and are about to bring a new puppy in to the house. However, we also have a male Miniature Pinscher (8 years) who grew up with our Dobermann. Given your comments about male to male Dobermann aggression in the same house, do you think that we should be thinking about a female puppy, or would a male be ok?

By: John Walter

John Walter — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 05:48:40 +0000

In reply to JoeV. These tests were designed for puppies between 6 to 8 weeks of age. If you use them on an older puppy it should still provide some valuable insight, but using them on younger dogs (under 6 weeks old) may not be terribly useful, or accurate. The runt of the litter can be a fine pick! I'd suggest running him through the tests and seeing how he scores. Be cautious if his scores are "all over the place" on the scale though.

By: JoeV

JoeV — Sat, 03 Aug 2019 22:30:09 +0000

Great information. Thank you for putting it together. One question – is there an age where these tests are more accurate about the eventual personalities?

We are choosing between males, we like the runt of the males, but he is so cuddly and timid we are a little concerned that he will be withdrawn as he gets older. When we hold him, we see no fear, just a quiet, cute little face.

By: John Walter

John Walter — Sun, 07 Jul 2019 19:07:24 +0000

In reply to christine. Glad you're enjoying it! Thank you for leaving such a nice comment!

By: christine

christine — Sat, 06 Jul 2019 17:27:55 +0000

Very informative site. I am currently looking into what is being labeled as a Romanian Doberman by the rescue he is with. So I wanted to become more familiar with the European “branch” as my past Dobes have been Americans. Thanks for providing helpful information.